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When it comes to learning a foreign language, Spanish, French, and Italian seem to be the most popular choices. While Korean may not be at the top of your list, there are several fantastic reasons to learn Korean.
In this guest post, Billy Go from Go! Billy Korean explains the benefits of learning Korean, and shares his tips to help you overcome three common challenges you may face on your Korean-language journey.
People often ask, "Why should I learn Korean?" I may be a bit biased …
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3 Life-Changing Reasons to Learn Korean

When it comes to learning a foreign language, Spanish, French, and Italian seem to be the most popular choices. While Korean may not be at the top of your list, there are several fantastic reasons to learn Korean.
In this guest post, Billy Go from Go! Billy Korean explains the benefits of learning Korean, and shares his tips to help you overcome three common challenges you may face on your Korean-language journey.
People often ask, "Why should I learn Korean?" I may be a bit biased

3 Key Word Pairs You MUST Memorize in Spanish

You've learned verb conjugations, memorized some basic vocabulary words, and have begun sneaking Spanish practice into your daily life. But before you move on: do you know the difference between ser and estar? There are a few key distinctions that you MUST know to speak well. Here, Fairfax, CA Spanish tutor Jason N. explains...
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The Spanish language makes distinctions that do not exist in English. These differences can be especially confusing for native English-speaking when they

The SIELE: Here's What You Need to Know | Spanish Proficiency Test

Aspiring expats, you'll want to read this! If you're interested in someday working or studying in a Hispanic country, you may need to take a new Spanish proficiency test called the SIELE. Learn more about it in this guest post from Matthew at Listen &amp; Learn...
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The Instituto Cervantes, a globally recognized non-profit organization created by the Spanish government, and three highly respected universities in Spain, Mexico, and Argentina, have created a Spanish language profici

Is Japanese Hard to Learn? Find out the Truth

Learning any new language can seem difficult at first. If you're feeling apprehensive about learning Japanese, these tips from language tutor Carol Beth L. can help.
Is Japanese hard to learn? Many people say so. I believe the answer can be yes or noor bothdepending on the individual. Japanese is often said to be a logical language that does not have anywhere near the whimsical inconsistencies or notorious exceptions of languages like English or French.
English, in fact, can be very

Omotenashi: Japanese Hospitality and Etiquette

When you're studying a foreign language, it's helpful to also learn about culture, history, and traditions. Here, Japanese teacher Taro T. introduces the Japanese concept omotenashi...
As someone who learned English as a second language, I truly believe in the importance of finding something positive from a new culture, and adopting it in your own life. This doesnt just help you learn a new language, but it will also help you grow as an individual.
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